Thrilling Test Clash at The Oval: India Holds Upper Hand Against England

India leads England by 323 runs at the final test at The Oval, with the game finely balanced. Yashasvi Jaiswal's century helped India set a 374-run target. England ended the day at 50-1, eyeing what would be a record chase. Key performances included Washington Sundar's late cameo and Mohammed Siraj's crucial late-day wicket.

India concluded an eventful third day, establishing a 323-run lead over England in the final test at The Oval. The Saturday match left the series outcome uncertain as Yashasvi Jaiswal's impressive 118 contributed to a formidable total of 396.

England faces a daunting target of 374 with two days remaining. Mohammed Siraj's decisive dismissal of Zak Crawley at day's end positioned India favorably, though England remains hopeful, recalling their successful pursuit of 373-5 in the first test.

In testing conditions, India dominated the morning as Jaiswal and Akash Deep's partnership countered a lackluster England attack. Despite England's late day efforts, including Gus Atkinson's wickets and Washington Sundar's explosive 50 from 39 balls, England closed at 50-1, contemplating a historic chase at the iconic south London venue.

(With inputs from agencies.)